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Startup Credits & Perks

Cloud credits, software offers and practical tools from established providers. For founders building a business — whether or not you plan to sell.

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Featured startup programs

Official sources reviewed 8 October 2026

AWSCloud & infrastructure

AWS Activate

Up to US$200,000 in AWS credits

Self-funded founders start with US$1,000; select participants may qualify for up to US$5,000. Eligible Portfolio startups can apply for up to US$200,000.

Eligibility & conditions

For eligible pre-Series B startups founded within the last 10 years, with an AWS account on a Paid Tier Plan. Portfolio applications require an approved Activate Provider's organisation ID. Previous credits affect eligibility; credits are promotional service credits, not cash, and awards are not guaranteed.

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Google CloudCloud & infrastructure

Google Cloud for Startups

Up to US$200,000; AI tier up to US$350,000

Start tier offers up to US$2,000 for one year. Eligible Scale startups can receive up to US$200,000 over two years, or up to US$350,000 for qualifying AI-first startups.

Eligibility & conditions

Start and Scale have separate company-age, product-stage, funding-history and previous-credit requirements. Scale year two covers 20% of eligible usage, up to US$100,000, rather than all costs. Provider review is required; these are service credits, not cash or a guaranteed award.

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MicrosoftCloud & infrastructure

Microsoft for Startups

Up to US$150,000 in startup credits

Eligible startups can unlock credits over time for Azure services, alongside AI capabilities, developer resources and startup support.

Eligibility & conditions

Apply directly through Microsoft for Startups. Higher credit levels depend on verified progress, service adoption and sustained Azure usage; they are not awarded automatically on registration. Investor Network benefits have additional requirements. Credits cover eligible services, not cash, and provider approval is required.

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